The Moment Is Now!It seems no matter who I talk to lately, they are either living 'dangerously' in the past or wishing and hoping for 'something' tomorrow. While it is always a sound strategy to have a well thought out and documented plan for the future, you must invest time in the moment before you can ever move ahead in your life.
Is Your 'Altitude' Determined By Your Attitude?Your attitude determines and fuels your actions. You must realize that every action you take, no matter how big or how small, defines everything that you achieve in life. If you want to lead a great life, you have to take great actions.
Wasted Days And NightsThe difference between people who are most highly effective and happy in life and those that are merely average (or less) is what you do with those minutes. And, unfortunately lost minutes do not rollover, like those in your mobile phone plan. When you learn habits of highly effective people, even the little things that you used to complain or blame others about will be a thing of the past.
Take Years From Your Life By MultitaskingMost of us think that having the ability to do several things is a gift or a blessing that helps up to get more done in less time. But the truth is that you can drive yourself crazy while trying to multitask and obsessing over every little problem.
What Is Your Future?The majority of people are controlled by, and operate in certain ways because of the power of habit. The good news is that you can literally re-program yourself for greater success in any area of life. By building your Power of Concentration, you can increase your awareness and focus on developing good habits.
Eliminate Stress Forever!In good times, even when it seems that nothing can or will go wrong in your daily life, you and everyone else experiences stress in some way or another. But not everyone chooses to let it affect him or her in the same way - especially in the tough times as we see now. Unfortunately, many people, both children and adults, are reaching for anxiety medication, alcohol, food or take out their frustration in anger directed at someone close at hand.
What Is Inside Of You?Yesterday, I saw Jack LaLanne on a television program. Yes, the 94-year old fitness expert and inspiration to millions and millions of people is still going strong. In the closing remarks for the interview, Jack left his audience with the following thought. 'You are responsible for everything you do - both on the outside and also inside of you.'
Why Be Stressed Out!Stress can and does negatively affect your health - both mentally and physically. Studies have demonstrated that stress leads to emotional issues, such as a lack of concentration and substance abuse, relationship issues, needless arguments and domestic violence. Studies are showing that stress also causes unwanted weight gain. With obesity approaching epidemic numbers in many countries, who needs the extra pounds.
The Cure For Tough TimesIt is disappointing to see many men and women, rich in ability and talent that do not put in the effort to succeed. Many of these people only need a little motivation to get them started. But usually they allow themselves to be impacted by the words and actions of others and they never reach their full potential. The result is that their inborn powers never develop and both they and the world are poorer for it.
I Have The Cure For Tough Times...Part OneEvery time you do not concentrate, you fall behind on what you planned to do and the result is, you lose a lot. That precious time is gone forever.
What Has Happened To Patience?Have we evolved into beings that have become so selfish and self absorbed that we have forgotten about our own self control? The ability to keep your mental, emotional and physical being, in check, requires self-control. The inability to do so is a sign that you are 'out of control.' When you easily lose your self control, you will most certainly fire off outbursts of anger, temper and blame on others.
Talk Is Cheap - What About Change?There are numerous websites that are dedicated to change, and countless quotations on the subject. However, most people do not like change. In fact, one could say that the only people that like change are babies and the people who work in toll booths or the cashiers at the convenience store!
Live For Today!In your life, everyday, there are a myriad of things all around you in the universe that can provide you with inspiration and motivation - IF you are ready and willing to receive them. The concentrated, conscious and aware person is ALWAYS on the lookout for these moments - and uses them to their best advantage to get them through both the good and the tough times.
Why Written Goals Are Critical To SuccessAn astonishing 90% of the population has no ideas or plans for what they want out of life! Without a solid life plan to take a hold of, these 'drifters' will not have direction or the peace of mind to maximize their lives. Here's how you can craft the life plan to achieve your dreams
Who Is Your Real Master?You were born into the world with an innocent mind, heart and a pure, unblemished, open spirit. You had no prejudice, no preconceived notions, no anger, fear, anxiety or stress. However, over the course of your life, the pressures of society and opinions of others clouded your vision, mind and of course - your spirit. Here are tips on how you can open your heart to others.
The World Is Out To Get MeI'll bet you have at least one friend, acquaintance, colleague or spouse that is chronically miserable, gloomy and cheerless. Regardless of whom it is this person has something to complain about every single day.
You Can Put Lipstick On A PigYes, it is true. No matter whether it is lipstick, perfume or a tuxedo, a pig is still a pig. However, it did stimulate me to think about the way that people communicate. You see, phenomenally successful people work constantly on their 'people skills'. The first, and most critical, area is the relationships you have with others as well as what and how you COMMUNICATE in those relationships.
To Play And Win The Game Of Life You Must Have CHIPSToday it is a rarity when you can find people that you can truly count on. Too many people are distracted, unfocused and undisciplined to even be on time - let alone have the common courtesy to let you know when they won't be there...ahead of time! In order to be successful at any endeavor, you must begin to build a solid foundation in these key areas.
Ms. Hyde, I Presume?They are around you every day - at work, at school, at the supermarket, in the newspapers, everywhere. I sometimes call these types of individuals, 'Sandpaper People', as they always rub us the wrong way. If we do not work to build self mastery and self control within ourselves, being around Sandpaper People can cause us to feel as if we were rubbed 'raw', stressed, demoralized and more.
Is Self Improvement Dead Or Should We Watch TV?Studies shown that too much television causes marked memory loss. France has banned French T.V. channels from airing programming aimed at children younger than three years of age. And, in the U.S., more and more reality shows with little or no content come out every season. What ever happened to reading a good book?
Nice Guys Always Win The GoldYour interpersonal skills, actions, self control and self discipline will always be a huge deciding factor in whether you succeed or not. Here's more on finding inspiration and motivation to do your very best.
Your Heroes And How You Can Find Motivation From ThemIt IS a fact of life that every one of you are going to experience challenges, detours and temporary setbacks in life. As much as we plan and guard against setbacks, we sometimes let them get out of our control, so that they control us. The person who faces the time when everything seems against them; finds courage within them; drives away all destructive thinking; and upholds their self respect a
Your Dreams Can Become RealityThere are numerous studies that prove the value of writing down and keeping track of your thoughts and goals. When you focus your mind on your dreams and goals, you centralize your attention, just like you focus a camera lens on the subject of your photograph.
Even When You Lose, You WinNo matter who you are, or what your current situation in life is, there are going to be those times when you feel that nothing is going in your favor. It may be just one bad day. Or it may be a string of many, many bad days and events that make you feel that the entire world and everyone in it is out to get you. In fact, you may feel that the bad times are never going to end!
First Impression? Make It A Great One!Making a powerful impression is critical for setting the right tone - during an interview or even when you meet someone for the first time. And, in the far majority of cases, the first impression is the only impression you may make on someone else. So here are three key interpersonal skills that work for me time and time again.
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